2004 BMW 530 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. (271 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 530 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2924 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |